DAY 2Nairobi–Mount Kenya–Samburu National Reserve

Depart Nairobi to begin your search for the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. First, stop at the famed Mount Kenya Safari Club for lunch as you take in stunning views of Mount Kenya. After lunch, continue on to SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE, known for its arid landscape and unique wildlife. Due to the dry climate, grasses are sparse, making animals easier to spot. Meanwhile, the Ewaso Ng’iro River, which borders the reserve, provides a year-round water supply. These conditions make for a great game-viewing experience. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon GAME DRIVE, where you have the chance to see rare animals you will not see in other parts of the country. Commonly referred to as the Samburu “Special 5,” this includes Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and the gerenuk, a long-necked antelope that feeds while standing on its hind feet. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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DAY 3Samburu

Today, enjoy MORNING & AFTERNOON GAME DRIVES. In addition to the Samburu “Special 5,” the reserve is home to an abundance of other species. Large numbers of elephant and Nile crocodile can be seen, as well as waterbuck, Kirk’s dik-dik, and Grant’s gazelle. Where there is prey, predators can be found, so lion, cheetah, and leopard are often spotted. The reserve is also a great place for bird watching, with over 300 species. During your afternoon game drive you will visit a LOCAL SAMBURU VILLAGE, where you will learn about their culture and day-to-day life. Between game drives, there’s time to relax at your camp. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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DAY 4Samburu–Ol Pejeta Conservancy

After breakfast, travel to OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY, the largest black rhino sanctuary in all of East Africa. After lunch, visit the MORANI INFORMATION CENTER to learn more about the wildlife here and how the conservancy works. You will also meet and interact with Baraka, a blind black rhino that serves as an ambassador for the species. Afterward, a GAME DRIVE takes you through the conservancy. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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DAY 5Ol Pejeta–Nanyuki–Lake Elmenteita

This morning, visit the CHIMP SANCTUARY. In partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service and the Jane Goodall Institute, the sanctuary was established to provide a long-term home for orphaned and abused chimpanzees. Here, see the chimps and learn more about their plight. Afterward, leave Ol Pejeta for the nearby village of Nanyuki, where you will visit a LOCAL MARKET to see craftswomen at work. Some are busy weaving wool rugs and shawls while others use traditional beading techniques to make beautiful jewelry. After lunch at Aberdare Country Club, continue to your camp on the shores of Lake Elmenteita. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

The Rift Valley lakes make up some of the oldest and deepest lakes in the world. This morning, travel to Lake Naivasha, the highest of all the lakes featuring pristine fresh water. Here you will take a CRUISE around the lake to view the resident hippos. If you are lucky, you might even spot a fish eagle. After lunch, travel to LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK, famous for its population of pink flamingos that feeds in the alkaline water of the lake. Other animals you may see on your GAME DRIVE include waterbuck, giraffe, impala, and striped hyena. This is also your best chance to see a white rhinoceros, commonly spotted here. Return to your camp for a SUNDOWNER DRINK in the bush. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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DAY 7Lake Elmenteita–Maasai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, drive to MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE, Kenya’s most famous game area. Enjoy lunch at your camp before an afternoon GAME DRIVE, including a visit to a LOCAL MAASAI VILLAGE, where you will learn more about this semi-nomadic tribe, famous for herding cattle and their distinctive red clothing. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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Days 8-9Maasai Mara

Enjoy MORNING & AFTERNOON GAME DRIVES both days. The Maasai Mara is part of the Serengeti ecosystem, and boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of zebra, gazelle, and wildebeest arrives, typically in early August, the population enlarges by almost 2 million. This provides a great food source for predators such as lion, cheetah, leopard, and hyena. Be sure to watch for elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo, too. On one of your morning game drives a special BUSH BREAKFAST awaits you. Sip on a mimosa as you savor every moment of this memorable experience! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner daily)

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DAY 10Maasai Mara–Nairobi–Amboseli National Park

Today, fly back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, visit the KAREN BLIXEN MUSEUM, dedicated to the author of Out of Africa. Next, stop at the GIRAFFE CENTER, a non-profit organization focused on saving the Rothschild’s giraffe. Here you will learn a bit more about this sub-species and have the opportunity to feed them. After lunch, continue on to AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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DAY 11Amboseli

Today, enjoy MORNING & AFTERNOON GAME DRIVES. Amboseli is best known for views of spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa at some 19,341 feet. The park affords you the best opportunity to get close to the mighty elephant. You might also spot Cape buffalo, zebra, wild dog, and others. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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DAY 12Amboseli–Nairobi–Homebound Flight

This morning, drive back to Nairobi, where your tour ends with lunch. We have secured a day room for you at the Ole Sereni Hotel before a transfer to the airport for your late-evening flight. Book homebound flights after 5 pm. (Breakfast, Lunch)

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